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$332,529$242 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

853 ESSEX DR

PORTER, IN 46304
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,374 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1998
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$333K
$316K low$349K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,988 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$356,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$57,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$298,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$356,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$356,200

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.13 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyPorter
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.28
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Shed · 90 ft²

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Newton Yost Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 1.5 mi
H
Chesterton High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi
M
Liberty Intermediate/Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 3.0 mi

District: Duneland School Corporation

Neighborhood · ZIP 46304These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.112
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.35

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.27,163
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.440 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$87,503
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$110,966
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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How this home compares

853 Essex Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Costs more per square foot than 86% of homes in Porter County
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Chesterton 46304
  • Newer than 72% of homes in Porter County

What homes are worth in Chesterton 46304

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$162K$987K

This home is worth more than 47% of homes in Chesterton 46304.

How it measures up in Chesterton 46304

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chesterton 46304.

Estimated value$332,529
CheaperTypical $342,720Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$242
CheaperTypical $195Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Living area1,374 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,831 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Lot size0.28 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Year built1998
OlderTypical 1988Newer

Newer than 66% of homes nearby

How 853 Essex Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChesterton 46304Porter County
Estimated valuepricier than$332,52947% of homes51% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24282% of homes86% of homes
Living areabigger than1,374 ft²23% of homes24% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.28 ac47% of homes44% of homes
Year builtnewer than199866% of homes72% of homes

About 853 Essex Dr

How much is 853 Essex Dr, Porter, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 853 Essex Dr, Porter, IN is $332,529 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $315,695 to $349,363. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 853 Essex Dr, Porter, IN last sell?

853 Essex Dr, Porter, IN last sold on Aug 12, 2005, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 853 Essex Dr, Porter, IN?

853 Essex Dr, Porter, IN has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,374 square feet of living space and a 0.28-acre lot.

When was 853 Essex Dr, Porter, IN built?

853 Essex Dr, Porter, IN was built in 1998, making it 28 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 853 Essex Dr, Porter, IN?

853 Essex Dr, Porter, IN is assigned to Newton Yost Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Chesterton High School (high); Liberty Intermediate/Middle School (middle), rated A+. All sit in Duneland School Corporation. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 853 Essex Dr, Porter, IN compare to other homes in Chesterton 46304?

Among the 10,022 homes in Chesterton 46304, it is worth more than 47% of them ($332,529 against a typical $342,720), its price per square foot is higher than 82% of them ($242 against a typical $195), it is bigger than 23% of them (1,374 ft² against a typical 1,831 ft²), its lot is bigger than 47% of them (0.28 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 66% of them (1998 against a typical 1988). Measured against all of Porter County, it is worth more than 51% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 853 Essex Dr, Porter, IN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 853 Essex Dr, Porter, IN was $3,988. The county assessed it at $356,200.

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